Meet the Team

Operations Manager

Amanda Stanley

I have over 28 years of experience in Health & Social Care.  I have a strong background in Quality Management, having worked as a Lead Quality Manager and various other quality focused roles.  I have been a Registered Operations Manager for various companies, building care teams for adults and children with complex healthcare needs, as well as running a domiciliary care service. 

  • NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care
  • NEBOSH Accreditation.   

AREA MANAGER

Wayne Naylor

Experience 30 years supporting adults with learning disabilities

I have worked in Health & Social Care for the past 26 years. I have worked with various groups of individuals with complex needs throughout my career these included individuals with learning disabilities and challenging behaviour.

I have worked for Adka Independence for approximately 8 years as a care co-ordinator and it has given me the opportunity to work closely with customers, families and other professionals in assessing customer needs and setting up new services for individuals we support ensuring they have the right level of staff support whilst reviewing services through our robust QA system.

  • NVQ 2,3,4
  • Assessors award 1,2
  • Registered Manager Award

Registered Manager

Siobhan O'Malley

I have over 15 years’ experience within health and social care, with extensive experience in the management and delivery of complex care and support services for adults and children. My experience includes supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, Motor Neurone Disease, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.

I have worked my way from care assistant to PA, Operations manager and regional manager and now given the opportunity as registered manager.

  • NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Health and Social Care
  • Level 5 in Management and Leadership

Office Manager

Shelby Johnson

I began my career at Adka Independence as an apprentice in 2013, and within the many years working for Adka I have progressed to now being the office administration manager for the company, within my role I manage our office administration staff, completing supervisions and appraisals, I complete the company health and safety & QA files, I ensure all COSHH information and fire information is accurate. I complete all our health & safety and COSHH risk assessments on Citation. I oversee the company finances and complete all customer financial support package audits. Other work responsibilities include setting up the staff working rotas, inducting new staff, completing probation meetings, communicating with staff, customers, other professionals giving information and dealing with requests, I also manage all the maternity leave and sickness monitoring for the company. Within the first few years with the company I worked shifts as a support worker alongside my office role which gave me a greater understanding of the people we support.

  • N.V.Q Levels 2 & 3 in Business Administration

Office Administrator

Aaliyah Frankish

I started working for Adka Independence on November 21 as a placement for the customer services course but found I have really enjoyed working for a care company and meeting all our customers and staff. Adka Independence are helping me to develop my social skills and customer service skills, as well as improving general office knowledge. My role is to help set up staff rotas, manage staff and customer surveys, take meeting minutes, greet customers and deal with phone calls.

  • A Level in Business Studies
  • Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner

Office Administrator

Muhammed Shaifer-Islam

Muhammed joined the company in July 2024, I have over 14 years of experience in administration and finance in Pakistan. My career began with a focus on administration, where I gained expertise in office management, team coordination, and operational support. Over the years, I transitioned into finance, overseeing financial records and supporting business operational activities.

Seeking further growth and education, I moved to the United States to pursue advanced studies in Project Management. During my time in the U.S, I got the opportunity to work with Adka Independence UK, an adult care company based in the UK. This role is a significant turning point in my career, as it allowed me to apply my knowledge of finance and administration to work with a dynamic team and mission-driven industry. In this position I am involved in streamlining administrative processes, staff rotas, improving operational efficiency, and providing financial insights to support the organization’s strategic goals.

  • Bachelors in business/commerce

  • Master in computer science (Pakistan)

  • Masters in business administration (project management) in process USA

Administrator

Abi Gray

I joined Adka Independence in August 2026. My experience has been within the education and childcare sector, where I have developed my communication and administration skills. I have also gained experience supporting individuals from a range of backgrounds. I am excited to bring my skills and experience to my role at Adka, where I can further my knowledge around the adult care sector and make a positive contribution to my colleagues and the individuals they support.

  • NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration